The Indiana Department of Health Division of Food Protection is offering essential Thanksgiving food safety tips to keep your holiday meal safe and delicious.

Start by washing your hands thoroughly before, during, and after handling food. Clean and sanitize all surfaces and utensils before and after cooking to prevent bacteria like Campylobacter and Salmonella from surviving on surfaces for up to 32 hours.

If you're dealing with turkey, whether fresh or frozen, proper storage is crucial. Keep frozen turkeys in the freezer until thawing and fresh ones in the refrigerator until cooking. Follow the manufacturer's instructions for thawing, whether by refrigeration, cold water, or immediate cooking.

To avoid cross-contamination, store raw meats separately from ready-to-eat foods and use diff

See Full Page